Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior SQA and Test Infrastructure Development Engineer to help build the next generation of test, automation, and validation systems that power our in‑vehicle compute platforms, embedded controllers, and advanced driver‑assistance technologies. You will play a key role in ensuring that Lucid’s software and hardware meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance—supporting everything from firmware development to large‑scale automotive validation.

This role sits at the intersection of DevOps, embedded systems, and automotive test engineering, enabling fast, safe, and scalable development for the world’s most advanced electric vehicles.

What you’ll be doing

• Architect and maintain DevOps pipelines and test automation infrastructure optimized for automotive and embedded development workflows, including cross‑compilation, ECU flashing, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) validation
• Build internal tools and services that streamline embedded software testing, firmware deployment, and continuous integration for safety‑critical systems
• Collaborate with Embedded Software, Vehicle Integration, and Test Engineering teams to design scalable test environments for Lucid’s in‑vehicle compute modules and real‑time embedded platforms
• Implement containerized and cloud‑native systems using Docker and Kubernetes to orchestrate distributed test execution across lab and cloud resources
• Integrate automotive‑specific workflows into CI/CD systems, including static analysis, MISRA compliance, traceability, and automated regression testing
• Develop monitoring, logging, and diagnostic tools to ensure high availability and performance of embedded test infrastructure
• Support and extend test frameworks used for ECU validation, vehicle‑level testing, and manufacturing test

What we need to see

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, embedded test infrastructure, or automation tooling
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as Flask or Django
• Experience with embedded Linux, cross‑compilation, and deploying applications to embedded targets
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols such as CAN bus, or Automotive Ethernet
• Experience with HIL/SIL systems, embedded test benches, or automotive validation environments such as vector Tools
• Proficiency with version control systems such as GIT or GitLab
• Strong Linux knowledge—deployment, debugging, system monitoring, and automation
• Familiarity with bash scripting and Linux‑based automation workflows

Ways to stand out from the crowd

• Background in deploying or maintaining embedded test automation systems, including HIL rigs or ECU validation setups
• Experience with real‑time operating systems (RTOS) or embedded firmware development
• Exposure to manufacturing test environments for automotive ECUs, embedded boards, or in‑vehicle compute modules
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure‑as‑code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
• Passion for building robust CI/CD pipelines and developer‑facing infrastructure for embedded systems

Bonus Qualifications – Agentic AI Tools & Intelligent Automation

Lucid is increasingly leveraging agentic AI systems to accelerate development, automate complex workflows, and enhance test intelligence. Experience with any of the following is a strong plus:

• Building or integrating AI‑driven DevOps agents for automated debugging, test generation, or pipeline optimization
• Experience with LLM‑powered tools for code analysis, anomaly detection, or automated documentation
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted test case generation, including reinforcement‑learning‑based or model‑based testing
• Experience using or developing autonomous agents that interact with CI/CD systems, embedded hardware, or cloud infrastructure
• Knowledge of AI‑driven observability platforms for predictive monitoring, log intelligence, or automated root‑cause analysis
• Understanding of agent orchestration frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, or similar tools
• Experience integrating AI agents with automotive workflows such as ECU flashing, HIL orchestration, or embedded diagnostics

The mission of Speechify is to make sure that reading is never a barrier to learning.

Over 50 million people use Speechify’s text-to-speech products to turn whatever they’re reading – PDFs, books, Google Docs, news articles, websites – into audio, so they can read faster, read more, and remember more. Speechify’s text-to-speech reading products include its iOS app, Android App, Mac App, Chrome Extension, and Web App. Google recently named Speechify the Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple named Speechify its 2025 Design Award winner for Inclusivity.  

Today, nearly 200 people around the globe work on Speechify in a 100% distributed setting – Speechify has no office. These include frontend and backend engineers, AI research scientists, and others from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, leading PhD programs like Stanford, high growth startups like Stripe, Vercel, Bolt, and many founders of their own companies.

Overview

We're looking to hire for our Data side of our AI team at Speechify. This role is responsible for all aspects of data collection to support our model training operations. We are able to build high-quality datasets at petabyte-scale and low cost through a tight integration of infrastructure, engineering, and research work. We are looking for a skilled Software Engineer to join us.

What You’ll Do

• Be scrappy to find new sources of audio data and bring it into our ingestion pipeline
• Operate and extend the cloud infrastructure for our ingestion pipeline, currently running on GCP and managed with Terraform.
• Collaborate closely with our Scientists to shift the cost/throughput/quality frontier, delivering richer data at bigger scale and lower cost to power our next-generation models.
• Collaborate with others on the AI Team and Speechify Leadership to craft the AI Team’s dataset roadmap to power Speechify’s next-generation consumer and enterprise products.

An Ideal Candidate Should Have

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience in software development.
• Proficiency with bash/Python scripting in Linux environments
• Proficiency in Docker and Infrastructure-as-Code concepts and professional experience with at least one major Cloud Provider (we use GCP)
• Experience with web crawlers, large-scale data processing workflows is a plus
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

What we offer

• A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the company and product.
• An entrepreneurial-minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle.
• A hands-off management approach so you can focus and do your best work.
• An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry.
• Competitive salaries, a friendly and laid-back atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous culture.
• Opportunity to work on a life-changing product that millions of people use.
• Build products that directly impact and support people with learning differences like dyslexia, ADD, low vision, concussions, autism, and more.
• Work in one of the fastest-growing sectors of tech, the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio.

Compensation: The United States base salary range for this full-time position is $140,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity depending on experience

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Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Job Description

The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for SmartRent devices, including Z-Wave controllers (hubs) and access control systems. This role supports the integration of hardware devices with SmartRent platform services, enabling reliable communication between field devices and cloud-based systems.

This role contributes to firmware development using the Nerves framework and Elixir-based systems and collaborates with hardware, platform, and application teams to implement new functionality, support device reliability, and maintain existing device software.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium- to large-scale development efforts across the embedded stack, from firmware through device interfaces, operating with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Design, develop, and maintain firmware for SmartRent IoT devices using Elixir and the Nerves framework.
• Lead the bring-up of new hardware platforms, including driver development, peripheral integration, and system validation.
• Develop and maintain device-local user interfaces running on embedded hardware using technologies such as Phoenix, Flutter, and gRPC.
• Integrate third-party systems, including HVAC, access control, and Z-Wave platforms, by interpreting vendor documentation and supporting required communication protocols.
• Develop and maintain automated tests and supporting documentation to ensure system reliability and prevent regressions across deployed devices.
• Develop project timelines, manage deliverables against defined milestones, and communicate risks, dependencies, and requirement changes proactively.
• Support team development through code reviews, technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and mentorship of less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to internal tooling, shared engineering resources, and open-source initiatives aligned with SmartRent’s technical ecosystem.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proficiency in Elixir or Erlang/OTP, with working knowledge of the BEAM runtime, or demonstrated ability to learn and apply functional programming concepts.
• Experience with, or demonstrated interest in, embedded Linux systems development.
• Working knowledge of Linux internals, including device trees, kernel configuration, system boot processes, and shell tooling.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects from design through deployment with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new tools, languages, and technologies as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the Nerves framework or embedded Elixir development.
• Experience with Phoenix, LiveView, or other Elixir-based web frameworks.
• Working knowledge of C/C++ for hardware-adjacent development or driver support.
• Familiarity with IoT communication protocols, such as MQTT, Z-Wave, or BLE.
• Exposure to HVAC or building automation systems.
• Experience integrating access control systems or similar hardware-based platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret hardware datasheets and schematics at a foundational level.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects or shared technical libraries.
• Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), particularly in IoT-related environments.

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POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Engineer to join our team. In this hands-on role, you will serve as the critical link between our software engineering team and real-world deployment environments. You will execute, monitor, and troubleshoot software systems in active warehouse and industrial settings, ensuring seamless sensor deployments and high-quality execution across field operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute software front-ends (GUI and command-line interfaces) in field warehouse environments
• Troubleshoot software execution issues in real-time, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
• Collaborate closely with the broader software engineering team on issue diagnosis and continuous improvement
• Manage and monitor the quality of software execution in real-time during deployments
• Deploy and configure arrays of sensors into industrial warehouse settings
• Unpack, assemble, configure, disassemble, and transport technical equipment to and from field sites
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of deployments, issues, and resolutions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience in a relevant technical field role
• Willingness and ability to travel to field sites as required
• Proficiency with Linux, Bash, and/or Zsh environments
• Strong hands-on ability to unpack, assemble, disassemble, and transport technical equipment
• Demonstrated documentation skills — able to produce clear, thorough technical records
• Strong problem-solving skills with comfort working in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Effective communicator — able to relay technical findings to both field and remote engineering teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (BONUS POINTS)

The following are not required but will make your application stand out:

Software & Systems

• Familiarity with motion capture ecosystems: Optitrack, Manus, StretchSense, or Rokoko
• Experience with AR/VR headsets or Zed stereo cameras
• Basic Python scripting ability for automation or diagnostics
• Experience with AWS CLI and foundational cloud services
• Experience with real-time monitoring tools
• Experience with remote system administration

Hardware & Connectivity

• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols: I2C, SPI, UART
• Experience deploying sensor arrays or IoT devices in the field
• Familiarity with industrial automation or warehouse management systems

Documentation & Operations

• Experience writing technical documentation, SOPs, or deployment guides
• Experience with machine shop tools and physical fabrication

Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000/K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience